Senior Employment Partner – National Law Firm

CRA Legal; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious national law firm in Sheffield is seeking an ambitious Senior Employment Partner to join their team. Offering immediate partnership and a pathway to equity, the role involves developing the Employment practice and advising clients in complex employment law matters. This opportunity emphasizes a strong business development mindset and a collaborative culture in a leading firm.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Company car or car allowance

Annual bonus scheme

10% pension contribution

28 days annual leave + bank holidays

Hybrid/flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• 8+ PQE with a strong background in Employment Law.
• Proven track record in claimant and respondent work.
• Experience in managing client relationships at a senior level.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the Employment practice.
• Advise on employment law issues and represent clients.
• Contribute to strategic planning and departmental growth.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Business Development

Employment Law Expertise

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Role: Senior Employment Partner - National Law Firm (Sheffield HQ)
Salary: £80,000 - £150,000 + Bonus (OTE £200k+)
Location: Sheffield (Hybrid Working Available)

A prestigious national law firm with its head office in Sheffield is seeking an ambitious and commercially-minded Senior Employment Partner to join its high-performing team. This opportunity offers partnership from day one, with a proven pathway to equity within two years.

The Firm:
This is a well-established, forward-thinking national law firm known for its high-calibre work, collaborative culture and impressive growth trajectory. With a strong footprint across the UK, the firm is now strategically expanding its Employment Law capability at a senior level from its Sheffield base.

The Role:
You will play a key role in leading the development of the Employment practice, handling a varied caseload of both claimant and respondent work, advising a broad client base across the private and public sectors. The successful candidate will bring expertise, drive, and the commercial acumen to grow and shape the offering at both a regional and national level.
Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on the full spectrum of employment law issues (contentious and non-contentious)
• Represent clients in Employment Tribunal proceedings and complex litigation
• Support business development and lead client relationship initiatives
• Mentor junior solicitors and support team leadership
• Contribute to strategic planning and long-term departmental growth

About You:

• Qualified Solicitor (8+ PQE) with a strong background in Employment Law
• Proven track record in both claimant and respondent work
• Experience in managing client relationships at a senior level
• A strong business development mindset and desire to build a team
• Ideally with existing following or strong referral network (not essential)

What's on Offer:

• Partnership from day one
• Genuine equity pathway within 2 years
• Competitive salary: £80,000 - £150,000 (DOE)
• OTE earnings in excess of £200k
• Private medical insurance
• Company car or car allowance
• Annual bonus scheme
• 10% pension contribution
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
• High-quality work and autonomy in a leading national firm

Apply in confidence today or for a confidential chat please contact Rob Addy on 07378 123456